Art of Storytelling Festival 2026 | India's Premier Business Storytelling
About this Event
Join the Art of Storytelling Festival 2026, a one-day immersive experience where professionals, founders, product leaders, innovators, and executives come together to learn from authentic stories of leadership, innovation, resilience, and transformation.
Hosted by Product Leaders Forum in partnership with the Institute of Product Leadership, the festival celebrates the power of storytelling as a catalyst for learning, leadership, and professional growth.
Event Details
📅 Date: Saturday, 5th September 2026
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Bangalore
What You'll Experience
Your festival pass includes access to:
- 🎤 Art of Storytelling Championship featuring the Top 12 Finalists
- 🎙️ Leadership Conversations with industry experts
- 📖 Business Storytelling Masterclass
- 🔥 Fireside Chats with founders and business leaders
- 🏆 Awards Ceremony
- 🤝 Networking with professionals across product, technology, business, consulting, and entrepreneurship
Art of Storytelling Championship 2026
Think your professional journey has a story worth sharing?
The championship invites experienced professionals to present real-world stories that have shaped the way they lead, build products, innovate, solve problems, or grow businesses.
We're looking for stories around:
- Product Leadership
- Business Strategy
- Entrepreneurship
- Technology & Innovation
- Career Transformation
- Leadership & Defining Moments
Championship Process
- Open to professionals with 3+ years of work experience
- Only 100 completed story submissions will be accepted
- Submit your story overview or presentation within 72 hours of registration
- All entries will be evaluated by an independent industry jury
- 12 finalists will present live on stage during the festival
Awards
🏆 Storyteller of the Year – ₹1,00,000
🥈 First Runner-up – ₹75,000
🥉 Second Runner-up – ₹50,000
⭐ People's Choice Award – ₹25,000
Total Prize Pool: ₹2,50,000
Who Should Attend?
This festival is ideal for:
- Product Managers & Product Leaders
- Founders & Entrepreneurs
- Engineering & Technology Leaders
- Business Leaders & Executives
- Consultants
- Designers & Innovators
- Program & Project Managers
- Professionals with 3+ years of experience
- Anyone who believes that the best learning comes from real experiences
Whether you attend to learn from inspiring stories or compete on stage, you'll leave with practical insights, fresh perspectives, and meaningful connections.
Reserve your seat today and be part of India's most inspiring business storytelling experience.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 15.00
